KC8PNN
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| I have been
monitoring and fixing radios since the age of eleven. My
dedication to radio theory and electronics started with my
grandfather. While visiting, I was exposed to many forms of test
equipment, tubes, crystals, scanners, TVs, and radios. I
couldn�t help but wonder how they all worked, which inspired me
to learn more about them. Since then, I have enjoyed the benefits of
studying electronics, computers, networking and radio theory.
My first real experience of theory was while attending high school. I became involved with the Lapeer County Vocational Technical School and working at the local Radio Shack in Lapeer with two amateurs Mike KB8ENC and Mike KB8TXL. I was able to get a head start on learning the theory and fundamentals of computers, electronics, and radio. My continuous outstanding performance, attendance, and ability amazed my instructors Stu Glenn and John Basis. They stated many times that I was following the footsteps of my grandfather, who owned and operated his own radio and television repair shop in Imlay City. After completing the two-year course at the vocational school, I attended ITT Technical Institute to further my education. I graduated with honors and moved up in the company I have been with since graduating high school. I have been lucky enough to make a career out of my interests and fulfill my childhood dreams of becoming an electronics technician. The electronics field is exciting and rewarding to me. My interests also include analog and digital circuits, computers, and networking. I also enjoy participating in SkyWarn, A.R.E.S. (Amateur Radio Emergency Service), R.A.C.E.S. (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service), A.R.P.S.C. (Amateur Radio Public Service Corps), and monthly club meetings in Lapeer, Oakland, and Macomb Counties. I�m also a member of the American Radio Relay League. Meeting new people and placing a face on those I meet over the airwaves is very exciting. It always comes with great pride when meeting a fellow amateur. We all have similar interests and learn from one another. I find there is no better hobby, that has greater fellowship and determination, then amateur radio. I�m very proud to be one of over 700,000 amateurs in our great country. 73� KC8PNN |
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